Undergraduate

Mathematics

Mathematics is humanity's most powerful tool for comprehending the universe and is essential for many fields of modern endeavour such as science, technology, engineering and finance.

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Careers and further study

This course opens up a world of future study pathways and career opportunities.

Career Pathways

Mathematics provides graduates with strong analytical and problem-solving skills, which are highly valued in a variety of industries. Graduates can choose from a range of careers, depending on their interests and strengths. Industries where they can pursue their careers include finance, technology, education, government, research, consulting, and science.

Mathematics provides graduates with strong analytical and problem-solving skills, which are highly valued in a variety of industries. Graduates can choose from a range of careers, depending on their interests and strengths. Industries where they can pursue their careers include finance, technology, education, government, research, consulting, and science.

Further Study

Further your professional development and learning with one of the following courses:

  • Honours
  • Master of Philosophy
  • Doctor of Philosophy

Further your professional development and learning with one of the following courses:

  • Honours
  • Master of Philosophy
  • Doctor of Philosophy

Fees and scholarships

Learn more about the fees that apply to you for this course. For fee type definitions and further assistance, see the Fee Calculator Help page. You can also search our database for scholarships that are relevant to you or this course

Domestic Student Fees

Indicative annual course fee
2025
Commonwealth Supported Place $10,248.76

Scholarships

Scholarships are available to students from a diverse range of backgrounds, including academic achievement, financial need, educational disadvantage, leadership and community service, artistic or sporting achievements, and being from a rural or remote area.

Cost of living

There are a few things to consider before applying to study at university. One could be your cost of living. This can depend on factors such as lifestyle, accommodation, tuition fees, medical insurance, textbooks and more. For an indication of expenses and average costs, see our Cost of living page.

International Student Fees

Indicative first year fee
2024
$43,900.00
2025
$46,300.00

Find out more about tuition fees or visit the fee calculator for the estimated total course fee.

Note, tuition fees are reviewed annually and are subject to increase up to 7.5 per cent per annum.

Scholarships

Scholarships are available to students from a diverse range of backgrounds, including academic achievement, financial need, educational disadvantage, leadership and community service, artistic or sporting achievements, and being from a rural or remote area.

Cost of living

There are a few things to consider before applying to study at university. One could be your cost of living. This can depend on factors such as lifestyle, accommodation, tuition fees, medical insurance, textbooks and more. For an indication of expenses and average costs, see our Cost of living page.

Admission requirements

The University of Western Australia welcomes applications from international and domestic school-leavers. If you’re interested in studying this major, find out the admission details below.

Minimum entry requirements

Below you’ll find a list of admission equivalencies for this course's Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR).

Admission requirements

For applicants with recent secondary education, information on admission criteria is available on our entry requirements page or on the UWA Handbook for course specific requirements and prerequisites.

Mathematics requirement

This major requires a certain level of Mathematics. If you do not meet this level, you may be able to take additional Mathematics units in your first year to satisfy this requirement.

WACE prerequisite: Mathematics Specialist ATAR and Mathematics Methods ATAR

ADMISSION REQUIREMENT

English competency

English is the language of instruction and assessment at UWA and you will need to meet the English language requirements of the University to be eligible for a place.

Minimum overall IELTS score of 6.5, with no band less than 6.0.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENT

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Course details

Mathematics is the language of science, technology, engineering and finance. This major provides a comprehensive study of the principles, theories, and applications of mathematics. You'll develop strong analytical and problem-solving skills, enhance your reasoning abilities, and build a solid foundation in various branches of mathematics.

About the course

This major provides a strong foundation in mathematics, develops essential analytical and problem-solving skills, and offers opportunities for interdisciplinary exploration.
Mathematics

Quick details

Status
  • Available in 2024
Locations
  • Perth (Crawley campus)
  • Albany (Regional campus)
Attendance
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
Delivery
  • On-campus
Starting dates
  • Semester 1, Semester 2
Weekly contact time
  • 15 hours per unit which includes contact hours, personal study and exams
Level of study
  • Undergraduate
Course Code
  • MJD-MATHS
Full time/part time duration
  • 3 years (BSc), 4 years (BSc [Hons]), 4 years (BPhil[Hons])
Mathematics
Status
  • Available in 2024
Locations
  • Perth (Crawley campus)
  • Albany (Regional campus)
Attendance
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
Delivery
  • On-campus
Starting dates
  • Semester 1, Semester 2
Weekly contact time
  • 15 hours per unit which includes contact hours, personal study and exams
Level of study
  • Undergraduate
Course Code
  • MJD-MATHS
Full time/part time duration
  • 3 years (BSc), 4 years (BSc [Hons]), 4 years (BPhil[Hons])
Degrees course is available in
  • Bachelor of Science
  • Bachelor of Philosophy (Honours)

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Why study this course?

  • UWA is one of the leading universities in Australia and Mathematics is recognised for its high-quality education 
  • Graduates are well-equipped to pursue a wide range of career opportunities. Mathematics provides you with a solid foundation in mathematical principles, as well as the ability to apply these principles in real-world contexts which makes graduates highly valuable to employers
  • UWA is home to world-class researchers in mathematics, offering you the opportunity to work alongside these researchers on cutting-edge projects

Your degree options

This major is offered as a degree-specific, or first, major for these degrees. It is also offered as a second major in our other bachelor's degrees.

You'll learn to

  • explain mathematical concepts and principles that underpin a wide range of applications
  • investigate physical, numerical and theoretical problems using appropriate mathematical techniques
  • demonstrate an understanding of axiomatic systems and the fundamentals of mathematics, by applying abstract reasoning, rigour and logical deduction
  • apply the power of mathematics to model and understand the real world